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Prepare for the updated 2024 PHR, PHRi and SPHR, SPHRi certification exams smarter and faster with this Sybex Study GuideThe newly revised sixth edition of the PHR, PHRi and SPHR, SPHRi Human Resources Certification Complete Study Guide: 2024 Exams is the ideal resource for HR professionals seeking to validate their skills and knowledge acquired through years of practical experience or for a relative newcomer to the HR field looking to strengthen their resume. The new edition of the bestselling PHR and SPHR Study Guide reflects the recently updated A Guide to the Human Resource Body of Knowledge―HRBoK―and is written to help you prepare for these challenging exams.The Study Guide walks you through the seven key functional areas of the PHR/PHRi and five key functional areas of the SPHR/SPHRi that are covered in the exams, including business management and strategy, leadership, workforce planning, talent acquisition and talent management, learning and development, total rewards, employee engagement, employee and labor relations, and the most recently added, HR information management. You'll also find:Up-to-date and incisive guidance on topics you'll use every day in your existing or next HR roleUpdates reflecting the latest additions to both the US and International versions of the exams, including the incorporation of DE&I concepts and cybersecurity needsComplimentary access to Sybex's outstanding online learning environment and test bank, including hundreds of practice test questions, electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key termsPerfect for aspiring and established human resources professionals preparing for the 2024 PHR, PHRi and SPHR, SPHRi certification exams, this Study Guide is also an essential volume for practicing HR professionals seeking to brush up on key, on-the-job skills they'll use each day. Read more

An essential reference for HR professionalsA Guide to the HR Body of Knowledge (HRBoKTM) from HR Certification Institute (HRCI®) is an essential reference book for HR professionals and a must-have guide for those who wish to further their expertise and career in the HR field. This book will help HR professionals align their organizations with essential practices while also covering the Core Knowledge Requirements for all exams administered by HRCI. Filled with authoritative insights into the six areas of HR functional expertise: Business Management and Strategy; Workforce Planning and Employment; Human Resource Development; Compensation and Benefits; Employee and Labor Relations; and Risk Management, this volume also covers information on exam eligibility, and prep tips.Contributions from dozens of HR subject matter experts cover the skills, knowledge, and methods that define the profession's best practices. Whether used as a desk reference, or as a self-assessment, this book allows you to:Assess your skill set and your organization's practices against the HRCI standardGet the latest information on strategies HR professionals can use to help their organizations and their professionGain insight into the body of knowledge that forms the basis for all HRCI certification exams As the HR field becomes more diverse and complex, HR professionals need an informational "home base" for periodic check-ins and authoritative reference. As a certifying body for over four decades, HRCI has drawn upon its collective expertise to codify a standard body of knowledge for the field. The HRBoK is the definitive resource that will be your go-to HR reference for years to come. Read more

The SHRM Essential Guide to Employment Lawis your One-Stop Legal Reference to Employment Law. It simple, straightforward language on everything HR professionals, employers, and small business owners need to know about their relationship with their employees in order to comply with the law and protect thems elves and their business from legal action.Covering more than 200 workplace law topics, the Guide provides an overview of U.S. workplace laws, regulations, and court decisions that employers, large or small, are likely to face, as well as what pitfalls to anticipate and when to seek professional advice. Each chapter offers general principles, highlights key issues, and provides specific examples and suggestions to help make the employer-employee relationship run more smoothly. Read more

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The SHRM Essential Guide to Employment Lawis your One-Stop Legal Reference to Employment Law. It simple, straightforward language on everything HR professionals, employers, and small business owners need to know about their relationship with their employees in order to comply with the law and protect thems elves and their business from legal action.Covering more than 200 workplace law topics, the Guide provides an overview of U.S. workplace laws, regulations, and court decisions that employers, large or small, are likely to face, as well as what pitfalls to anticipate and when to seek professional advice. Each chapter offers general principles, highlights key issues, and provides specific examples and suggestions to help make the employer-employee relationship run more smoothly. The Second Edition features scores of updates and new content, including: • New NLRB rules • New state law limitations on inquiringabout salary history • Compliance for telework • Lawfulness of provisions in severance and release agreements • Department of Labor’s change of position on volunteer workers • New state laws limiting or prohibiting non-compete agreements • and much more! Read more

Human Resource Management: Gaining a Competitive Advantage 13e offers comprehensive coverage of HRM concepts that teach students how to strategically overcome challenges and gain competitive advantage in the workplace.Based on the authors’ diverse research, teaching and consulting experiences, this product has incredibly strong depth and breadth that is current in research and practice simply not found in other texts.Noe Human Resource Management is also available through our Connect learning platform along with a host o supplementary resources for both instructors and students. We’re delighted to announce that as of July 2022 this also includes a ‘European Companion Connect’ – a selection of brand new full and mini-case studies with amore international perspective, making them more relevant for instructors outside of North America.With 4 full and 8 mini cases studies from a variety of small enterprises, large companies and Human Resource consultancies, topics covered include performance-related pay, employee turnover, compensation structure, recruitment and development and growing areas such as Human Capital Analytics, Green HRM and sustainability, and the 4-dayweek.All of the new case studies come with assignable multiple-choice questions and teaching notes. Read more

The #1 book for the leading HR certifications, aligned with the updated HRBoK™PHR and SPHR certifications, offered by Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI), have become the industry standard for determining competence in the field of human resources. Developed by working professionals, the PHR and SPHR credentials demonstrate that recipients are fully competent HR practitioners based on a standard set by workforce peers.Offering insights into those areas of knowledge and practices specific and necessary to human resource management (HRM), this study guide covers tasks, processes, and strategies as detailed in the updated A Guide to the Human Resource Body of Knowledge™ (HRBoK™). The study guide breaks down the critical HR topics that you need to understand as you prepare for the exams.PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Study Guide, Fifth Edition, is the ideal resource for HR professionals seeking to validate their skills and knowledge acquired through years of practical experience, as well as for a relative newcomer to the HR field looking to strengthen their resume. In this edition of the top-selling PHR/SPHR study guide, you’ll find a practical review of all topics covered on the exams, as well as study tools designed to reinforce understanding of key functional areas. Strengthen the skills you learn with a year of FREE access to the Sybex online learning environment, complete with flash cards and practice quizzes to prepare you for exam day.•          Business Management and Strategy•          Workforce Planning and Employment•          Compensation and Benefits•          Human Resource Development and moreIf you’re preparing for these challenging exams, this is the trusted study guide that’ll help you perform your best. Read more

A short, but potent and accessible guide to demystifying the exams with 50 new unique practice exam questions plus expert tips for understanding, studying, practicing, and acing the tests. Covers everything you need to know about exam structure, best practices for studying, research-based tips to sharpen test-taking skills, proven strategies for managing test anxiety, and features scores of strategies from experts and tips from test-taker, detailed learning and study resources, practice questions and answer key for both exams, guides to terminology and acronyms, and much more! Read more

Published with the Association for Coaching, this revised edition of the highly-respected Leadership Coaching will enhance and extend your coaching practice. It draws on evidence-based thinking and the writing of some of the world's top leadership thinkers and coaching practitioners to present a start-of-the-art coverage of leadership models and how to use them effectively to benefit your coaching relationships. Leaders face many challenges, and this book will challenge you to adapt your coaching approach to suit your clients' needs. Its coverage ranges from newer topics such as strengths focused leadership and conversational leadership to more tried-and-tested frameworks such as Porter's strategy model and Goleman's model of leadership styles. It also incorporates non-Western perspectives from Asia and Africa and considers multinational topics like coaching global boards. Read more

Ace those challenging PHR and SPHR exams!In the competitive field of Human Resources, measurable demonstrations of credibility and commitment will get you ahead―and there's no better way to show your dedication than by adding the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) qualifications to your resume. Fail rates are high, but the right combination of knowledge and practice (and a little grit) will see you a pass with flying colors―which is where PHR/SPHR Exam For Dummies comes in!In a friendly, step-by-step style, Sandra M. Reed, owner of the HR consulting firm epocHResources, takes the intimidation out of these challenging tests by letting you in on what to expect―as well as teaching you proven techniques for success. Work through the book's thorough content and subject review, sample questions, and suggested strategies, and then go online to find additional practice tests and more than 500 flashcards. With these resources, you can approach your exam with confidence.Take sample tests in the book and onlineFollow detailed answers and explanationsKnow how the exam is scoredStudy with more than 500 flashcards onlineWhether you're a student or an experienced professional, PHR/SPHR Exam For Dummies will give you the power to pass―and pass well―and go on to achieve the successful HR career of your dreams! Read more

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.Hundreds of practice questions for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP examsThis self-study guide arms you with more than 450 practice questions for the Society for Human Resource Management certification exams―the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and the SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). All questions simulate those on the actual tests in content, style, tone, format, and difficulty, and are accompanied by in-depth answer explanations for the correct and incorrect answer choices. Two pre-assessment tests―one for each exam―help you gauge your readiness and determine an effective course for study. Logically organized by exam domains, SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Practice Exams is the perfect companion to SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification All-in-One Exam Guide.Covers all topics on both exams, including:• People• Organization• Workplace• Situational judgementElectronic content includes:• All 450+ practice questions from the book in a fully customizable exam engine―test yourself by exam topic or take complete exams• Secured book PDF Read more

How to harness the data already in your company to solve your business problems In today's fast-paced world, data is everywhere―but only actionable insights can drive real success. The Insight-Driven Leader offers a practical guide to transforming raw data into powerful workforce insights that solve critical business challenges. Through clear frameworks, compelling case studies, and proven strategies, Jenny Dearborn and Kelly Rider reveal how high-performing organizations combine business and workforce data to innovate, engage employees, delight customers, and exceed financial goals. Readers will also find:How to move beyond traditional rear-view HR metrics to actionable insightsReal-life case studies from leading organizations, as well as cautionary talesRecommendations for becoming an insights-driven organization using workforce analyticsThis book empowers leaders to align data with strategy, build a culture of insight-driven decision-making, and unlock the full potential of their HR and leadership teams.Whether you're a CEO, CHRO, or first-time manager, The Insight-Driven Leader will elevate your leadership, equipping you to tackle perennial business challenges and deliver measurable impact in your organization. Read more

How can you achieve coaching excellence? Use the latest research and insights from some of the biggest industry names in this fully revised fourth edition, which provides a diverse range of theory, tools and models for students and practicing coaches alike.Excellence in Coaching is a comprehensive guide presenting the latest cutting-edge thinking in the field of workplace coaching. Published with the Association for Coaching, this book covers all key components of the coaching process, and examines a diverse range of coaching models including behavioural and transpersonal coaching, enabling coaches and trainers to adapt their approach and excel in their professional practice.With updates to incorporate the latest thinking and insights, this revised fourth edition of Excellence in Coaching also contains a wealth of fresh material, including new chapters on establishing a coaching business, neuroscience coaching, psychodynamic coaching and understanding the coaching relationship. Featuring tips, checklists and tools, and a collection of best-practice material from some of the biggest names in the profession including Sir John Whitmore, Peter Hawkins and David Clutterbuck. This remains essential reading for practising coaches as well as for students. Read more

Since the first edition of E-learning by Design, e-learning has evolved rapidly and fringe techniques have moved into the mainstream. Underlying and underwriting these changes in e–learning are advances in technology and changes in society. The second edition of the bestselling book E-Learning by Design offers a comprehensive look at the concepts and processes of developing, creating, and implementing a successful e-learning program. This practical, down-to-earth resource is filled with clear information and instruction without over simplification. The book helps instructors build customized e-learning programs from scratch―building on core principles of instructional design to: develop meaningful activities and lessons; create and administer online tests and assessments; design learning games and simulations; and implement an individualized program."Every newcomer to the field will find this edition indispensable, while professionals will find much needed contemporary information to manage the rapid changes happening in our field. Even if you own the first edition, buy this update as soon as possible." ―Michael W. Allen, CEO of Allen Interactions, Inc.; author, Michael Allen's e-Learning Library Series"Covers the full range of options for presenting learning materials online―including designing useful topics, engaging activities, and reliable tests―and it takes into account the realities and issues of today's instructional designers, such as social learning and mobile learning." ―Saul Carliner, associate professor, Concordia University; author, The E-Learning Handbook"Horton nails it! Perfectly timed, robust, and practical, this second edition of brings together the latest strategies for learning without losing its critical premise―technology enables e-learning, but great design makes it work." ―Marc J. Rosenberg, e-learning strategist; author, Beyond E-Learning"An e-learning encyclopedia loaded with detailed guidelines and examples ranging from basic instructional design techniques to the latest applications in games, social media, and mobile-learning. An essential reference for anyone involved in e-learning design, development, or evaluation" ―Ruth Colvin Clark, author, e-Learning and the Science of Instruction Read more

From Sharon L. Bowman, the author of the best-selling Ten-Minute Trainer, comes the dynamic new book, Training from the BACK of the Room! This innovative resource introduces 65 training strategies that are guaranteed to deliver outstanding training results no matter what the topic, group, or learning environment. Now, trainers can replace the traditional "Trainers talk; learners listen" paradigm with a radical new model for designing and delivering instruction: "When learners talk and teach, they learn." Read more

Human Capital is Becker's classic study of how investment in an individual's education and training is similar to business investments in equipment. Recipient of the 1992 Nobel Prize in Economic Science, Gary S. Becker is a pioneer of applying economic analysis to human behavior in such areas as discrimination, marriage, family relations, and education. Becker's research on human capital was considered by the Nobel committee to be his most noteworthy contribution to economics.This expanded edition includes four new chapters, covering recent ideas about human capital, fertility and economic growth, the division of labor, economic considerations within the family, and inequality in earnings."Critics have charged that Mr. Becker's style of thinking reduces humans to economic entities. Nothing could be further from the truth. Mr. Becker gives people credit for having the power to reason and seek out their own best destiny."—Wall Street Journal Read more

Add Data and Analytics to Your TD ToolkitInstructional design pro Megan Torrance addresses the importance of instructional designers accessing and applying learning and performance data—from how to design learning experiences with data collection in mind to how to use the data to improve and evaluate those experiences. With the advance of new learning technologies and data specifications, instructional designers have access to more and richer data sources than ever before. With that comes the question of what to do with the data. While most data and analytics books focus on their application for measurement and evaluation and assume a prior baseline understanding of what learning data and analytics mean, Data and Analytics for Instructional Designers delves into the foundational concepts that will enable instructional designers and L&D professionals to use data in their roles. Split into two parts, the book first defines key data and analytics terms, data specifications, learning metrics, and statistical concepts. It then lays out a framework for using learning data for planning how to gather data and to building scale and maturity in your data operations. Megan reassures readers that basic math skills with some computer assistance is what you’ll need to get going. So set aside any math anxiety!Through a “If I can see it, I can be it” approach to learning data and analytics, the book blends practical what-is and how-to content with real-world examples and longer case studies from practitioners. Chapters conclude with opportunities for you to put these techniques to work right away, whether you are in a data-rich environment already, or whether you are just getting started and working on hypotheticals. Read more

Prepare for the SPHR exam with the ultimate SPHR Study Guide 2025, featuring 700+ practice questions and detailed explanations for success.SPHR Complete Review Guide + 700 Practice question (6 Full-Length Practice Tests)Complete SPHR Review covering LATEST 2025 exam outline6 Full-Length Practice TestsOver 700+ SPHR Practice Questions and Answers with detailed ExplanationsTopics Covered in this book:1 Leadership And Strategy: 2 Strategic Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition: 3 Talent Management: 4 Total Rewards: 5 HRIM: Safety & SecuritySet 1- SPHR Practice Questions with Detailed Answer Explanations Set 2- SPHR Practice Questions with Detailed Answer ExplanationsSet 3- SPHR Practice Questions with Detailed Answer Explanations Set 4- SPHR Practice Questions with Detailed Answer Explanations Set 5- SPHR Practice Questions with Detailed Answer ExplanationsSet 6- SPHR Practice Questions with Detailed Answer Explanations Why this book is your key to success in the SPHR Exam:Stay Ahead with Updated Content:This SPHR Exam Prep is your go-to resource for the most current information and practice questions tailored for the SPHR Exam. With regular updates to match exam standards, you can be confident that you are well-prepared to excel. Prepare easily for the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) exam with the comprehensive "SPHR Study Guide 2025".Learn from the Best with Expert Guidance:With over 700 practice questions and detailed explanations, this book offers a hands-on approach to mastering the material covered on the exam.Written by experts who have conquered the SPHR Exam, this book offers priceless guidance and strategies for achieving success. Benefit from their experience and expertise to approach the exam with assurance.Understand Deeper with Insightful Explanations:Enhance your understanding of the material with detailed explanations accompanying each question in this SPHR Study Guide 2025. By exploring the reasoning behind the answers, you will improve your comprehension and be better equipped to handle challenging questions on exam day.Get Familiar with Exam Format:Practice with questions mirroring the actual SPHR Exam structure to build confidence and readiness for test day. Familiarize yourself with the exam format to set yourself up for success.Sharpen Your Critical Thinking:Engage with the questions, answers, and explanations in this book to boost your critical thinking skills and ability to analyze and respond effectively. Strengthen your cognitive skills and problem-solving abilities as you prepare for the SPHR Exam.Study with Confidence in a Clear and Concise Manner:This Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) exam study guide 2025 simplifies complex concepts in a straightforward and easy-to-understand style, ensuring clarity without overwhelming you with technical jargon. Dive into the material knowing that this SPHR Exam Preparation resource will help you grasp key concepts and excel on exam day. Read more

The authoritative text for current and future practitioners of human resources management in the sport and recreation industries is back in a revised fourth edition. This new edition addresses contemporary issues that organizations face today. Human Resource Management in Sport and Recreation, Fourth Edition, offers a solid foundation in research and application, and it provides a holistic perspective of human resource management by bringing together the three groups of people who constitute human resources across sport and recreation organizations: paid professionals, volunteers, and the clients themselves.Dr. Packianathan Chelladurai, a pioneer in the field of sport management, is joined by Dr. Amy Chan Hyung Kim to lend expertise gained from more than four decades of teaching human resource management. They guide students through four parts, starting with an outline of the common characteristics of the three groups of people that make up human resources. Part II focuses on individual differences among people and how those differences affect behavior within organizations. In part III, students will explore organizational processes, and part IV discusses two significant outcomes expected of human resource practices: satisfaction and commitment. The conclusion uses 10 guiding themes to bring all the concepts together with an eye toward the future of the field.Updated to address current topics such as social issues and diversity, the fourth edition reflects the increasing complexity of human resource management across the field of recreation and sport. Modern issues and their real-world implications are represented throughout the text with recurring sidebars.Diversity Management of Human Resources: offer insights into how and when to promote and manage diversityCrisis Management: address the role of human resource management during emergency situations, such as the COVID-19 pandemicSocial Phenomena and Human Resource Management: assess the impact of major social events or movementsLegal Considerations in Human Resource Management: focus on legal matters in the fieldFrom the Field: provide professional insights from leading practitioners across a variety of sport contextsCase studies, discussion questions, and activities provide further opportunity for students to understand relevant research with real-world application of concepts.With clear explanations of concepts and current practices in human resources across the sport and recreation industries, Human Resource Management in Sport and Recreation, Fourth Edition, is a valuable resource for future and current practitioners alike. Read more